Monthly Archives: August 2026
Dollar Pressures Soybean and Wheat Prices
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:31 am, by josephine
Soybean and wheat prices continue to drop as the U.S. dollar strengthens, with forecasts of record U.S. crop supplies adding downside pressure. – vtmarkets.com
Oil Retreats After Weekly Rise in Over a Year
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:31 am, by josephine
Oil prices eased after last week’s strong rally, as markets focus on Middle East tensions and profit-taking weighs on early-week trading. – vtmarkets.com
Emas Turun Susulan Harapan Kadar Fed Menurun
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:31 am, by josephine
Harga emas turun sedikit, sementara jangkaan pemotongan kadar oleh Fed meningkat kepada 95% selepas laporan pekerjaan positif.-vtmarkets.com
Gold Down as Fed Rate Expectations Cool
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:31 am, by josephine
Gold prices dipped as a strong US jobs report shifted expectations for a smaller Fed rate cut in November, leading traders to focus on upcoming inflation data. – vtmarkets.com
Oil Prices Rise on Middle East Tensions, Limited by Global Supply
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:30 am, by josephine
Oil prices inch higher on concerns over Middle East conflict, however as global supply remains stable, potential price spikes remain moderated. – vtmarkets.com
USDCNH on the Move Amid Beijing’s Stimulus
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:30 am, by josephine
Beijing’s stimulus package is boosting Chinese stocks, but its effect on the yuan is under scrutiny as USDCNH continues its bullish momentum. Traders are closely watching the interplay between China’s economic recovery efforts and U.S. economic data for market direction. – vtmarkets.com
Wheat Holds Steady Below a 3.5-month High as Supply Risks Persist
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:30 am, by josephine
Wheat futures fell by 0.8%, yet remain up 3.4% for the week due to Russian drought concerns and export restrictions. Meanwhile, soybean prices stayed flat, with the market under pressure from improved weather conditions in Brazil, easing supply worries. – vtmarkets.com
Nikkei Set for Decline as Ishiba Shakes Markets
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:30 am, by josephine
The Nikkei fell 2.8% this week due to Prime Minister Ishiba’s shifting stance on rate hikes, with Kawasaki Kisen dropping 9.2% after the U.S. port strike ended. – vtmarkets.com
Yen Weakens as Policymakers Delay Rate Hikes
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:30 am, by josephine
Japanese yen stabilises but faces pressure from cautious domestic policy and a stronger U.S. dollar. – vtmarkets.com
U.S. Stocks Slip Amid Fear and Greed Index Drop
Written on August 15, 2026 at 11:29 am, by josephine
The CNN Money Fear and Greed Index shows a drop in market sentiment, while U.S. stocks fell as Middle East concerns weighed on markets. Tech giants like Tesla and Apple declined, with energy stocks offering a rare bright spot. – vtmarkets.com
